Tricks for the Intermediate Fixed Gear Rider

1. Skid

The skid is a major fixed gear feature that is primordial to master. Skidding consists in blocking the rear wheel with the pedals to make it drift. There's two kinds of skids, with or without straps

2. Track Standing

Trackstand is to be able to stop your bike without putting your foot on the ground by keeping your balance. Whereas other bikes, it is possible on a fixed gear thanks to the ability to go forward and backward. 

3. Wheelie 

wheelie refers to lifting the front wheel off the ground and maintaining balance while riding solely on the back wheel. This requires precise control of pedal pressure and body positioning to keep the bike balanced. It's a challenging yet impressive maneuver often mastered by skilled riders. 

4. Bunny Hop

The first step is to perfect your wheelie, meaning to lift your front wheel while riding. To achieve this you will need to shift your weight onto the pedals while pulling your handlebars up towards you and standing up from your seat. Practice your wheelie until you are comfortable at a low speed or a standstill. 

Once you feel in control of your front wheel, and are able to comfortably lift it up and push it back down at will, you are ready to start hopping! During your wheelie, when you are at the highest peak of your ascendance, try to relax your legs & foot and bring your handlebar forward. Don’t hesitate to bring your chest and head forward at first to help your body initially lift off the ground. 

5. Barspins

To perform a barspin on a fixie, riders typically use a combination of bunny hop and handlebar rotation techniques. They first initiate a bunny hop to lift both wheels off the ground and then quickly rotate the handlebars 360 degrees while the bike is airborne. Timing and coordination are crucial to successfully complete the maneuver without getting tangled in the pedals or losing balance